American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez Scores on Rotten Tomatoes
The latest chapter in Ryan Murphy’s acclaimed American Story series, which includes both American Horror Story and American Crime Story, dives into the life and downfall of Aaron Hernandez. Hernandez, a former NFL player for the New England Patriots, fell from grace after being convicted of first-degree murder and subsequently committing suicide while in prison. The cast of American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez features notable actors such as Josh Andrés Rivera, Jaylen Barron, Lindsay Mendez, Ean Castellanos, and Tammy Blanchard.
Following its premiere on September 17, reviews have begun to surface, and the Rotten Tomatoes score for the first season has been unveiled. At the time of writing, American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez holds a commendable 85% rating based on 13 reviews, maintaining the franchise’s tradition of earning Fresh scores on Rotten Tomatoes.
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Continuing a Legacy of Success
The American Story franchise, created by Ryan Murphy, stands as one of television’s most prolific and critically praised series. Since its debut in 2011, all twelve seasons of American Horror Story have consistently received Fresh ratings on Rotten Tomatoes, averaging a 77% score. However, its spinoff, American Horror Stories, had a shaky start with its first season earning a Rotten score of 52%, but improved to 80% in its second season. American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez, focusing on the notorious case of a convicted murderer, shares more thematic similarities with American Crime Story.
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American Crime Story first aired in 2016, with its inaugural season, The People v. O. J. Simpson, achieving a stellar 97% Rotten Tomatoes score. Its second season, The Assassination of Gianni Versace, saw a slight dip to 88%. The third season, Impeachment, which centered on the Bill Clinton–Monica Lewinsky scandal, holds the franchise’s lowest score at 69%.
Insights on American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez’s Rotten Tomatoes Rating
Ryan Murphy Strikes Success Once More
American Sports Story, the latest venture in Ryan Murphy’s franchise, meticulously explores significant events surrounding sports figures, reinterpreting them through a modern societal lens and presenting diverse perspectives. Aaron Hernandez serves as an ideal subject for the series’ debut season, not solely due to his notoriety but also because his posthumous CTE diagnosis has led to discussions about the potential impact on his actions. Critics have lauded American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez for its thoughtful and sensitive portrayal of a multifaceted narrative, with Josh Andrés Rivera delivering a standout performance.
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American Sports Story
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American Sports Story is a TV show from Stu Zicherman and executive produced by Ryan Murphy. The series stars Josh Andrés Rivera as Aaron Hernandez and Patrick Schwarzenegger as Tim Tebow. The sports anthology series serves as the fourth installment in Murphy's "American Story" franchise.